Chapter 16. Terminal Server Security

Before You Begin

Regardless of the size of your Terminal Server environment, it is imperative that you take the time to properly assess the security requirements of your infrastructure. Unlike the typical Windows server, a Terminal Server lets users interact with the server in very unpredictable ways. You must provide a security mechanism that protects the Terminal Server both internally and externally. After the user has established a connection, he or she has an interactive presence on the server with direct access to the resources shared between all users, such as disk and memory. Actions of one user can have an impact on all other users on the system unless the proper steps are taken to protect against this ...

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